And, then, we realize that we are starting over. We are going back to basics here soon. Changing diapers, feedings, getting baby dressed, etc. We have forgotten it. In fact, Matt and I are both a little nervous about caring for a baby and all that it entails. We haven't had to clip a carseat in the car in years. No strollers or pacifiers. We haven't been woken up in the middle of the night often. Lily talks to us. We haven't gotten the privilege of figuring out why a baby is crying.
People say we will pick it right back up.....I hope so.....
I am looking forward to holding this sweet baby. And I hope that caring for him is a greater joy than expected. With Lily, I took it for granted. And I didn't know what I was doing. And I had to back to work. With this little man, I am hoping that in the middle of the night when I am dog-tired that I remember how long we have waited for his arrival. I hope I remember all the trials and losses that we have gone through to have the privilege of holding him. I hope I am praising God when he cries, eats, and dirties diapers regularly. For, we know what it is not to hear our child cry, eat, or soil a diaper. Therefore, I am praying that Matt and I will re-adjust well and quickly to having a newborn. Soon, he will be here!!! I am 37 weeks today.
Lily had a huge day yesterday. Thanks to a friend, she got to go to BSF; Matt took a half day and went to the zoo with her class; We then ventured up to Auburn to see Lucy; then had dinner at Kiki's. Fun day for all. Attached is a pic of Lucy and Lily together.
